breakfast bars
Make-ahead breakfast bars deliver nutrition, convenience, and great flavor in one simple recipe. They combine oats, nuts, and honey to create a satisfying snack. These bars stay fresh for days and make mornings easier. They’re perfect for meal prep, kids’ lunches, or quick bites.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup melted butter or coconut oil
- ½ cup dried fruit (cranberries or raisins)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Mix oats, nuts, dried fruit, chocolate chips, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Warm peanut butter, honey, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan.
- Bake until golden and set.
- Cool completely and cut into bars.
Notes
- Use natural nut butter for better texture.
- Press the mixture firmly to prevent crumbling.
- Add seeds like chia or flax for more nutrition.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Store bars in an airtight container.